School Lane, Lopen, South Petherton, Somerset, TA13

An enchanting and utterly captivating 2 double bedroom converted chapel with spacious accommodation, original features, courtyard garden and situated in the ever sought after village of Lopen.

A fabulous detached former chapel offered for sale in excellent decorative order and providing versatile and spacious accommodation. The property has been sympathetically and meticulously converted over the years from a former Congregational Chapel, which is believed to date back to 1853, but now combines a modern style of living with a wealth of character features. The property is built of Hamstone elevations under a pitch slate roof, with a beautiful stained glass window to the front. There is the benefit of gas fired central heating and bespoke double glazing where possible. In brief the property comprises an entrance lobby, sitting room/dining room/study, kitchen/dining room and WC to the ground floor with a further sitting room, two bedrooms and family bathroom to the first floor. The entrance lobby is accessed by large, oak bi-folding doors which, if left open, create the opportunity of off-road parking. Beyond this lies the spacious and versatile reception room which would lend itself to being used as a sitting room, dining room or study (depending on one’s needs). The wonderful, open-plan kitchen dining room is bright and airy and provides a welcoming and sociable space to enjoy cooking and spending time with family and friends. To the first floor is an impressive sitting room with vaulted ceiling and corner wood-burner. It’s a magical setting for enjoying throughout the seasons, particularly with the large stained glass window providing an attractive focal point and real sense of history. The two bedrooms are both generous in proportions and are serviced by the family bathroom. With nearly 1,400 sq ft of accommodation, The Old Chapel is deceivingly spacious and packed full of charming features. Whether you’re looking for a holiday home or simply a stand-alone residence in one of South Somerset’s most sought after villages, it must be viewed.

Lopen is a small village situated between South Petherton and Crewkerne, surrounded by open countryside in the favoured South Somerset area, with easy access to good road systems and rail connections. Local amenities area available in all nearby towns. South Petherton 2 miles, Ilminster 4½ miles, Crewkerne 3½ miles with its mainline rail link to London (Waterloo), Yeovil 10 miles. The county town of Taunton 16 miles, with its M5 motorway connection and mainline rail link to London (Paddington). South Coast at Lyme Regis 20 miles South Petherton is a small residential country town with a village atmosphere, set in attractive surrounding countryside, and has been recently voted the second best village in the country to bring up a family. offering a wide range of shopping facilities, a day centre, two schools,. library, inn, bank, post office, churches, doctor and veterinary surgeries, chemist, tennis and bowling clubs along with bus services to neighbouring towns and villages.

The property is approached off School Lane with wrought iron railings and natural stone walling to the front, providing space for a small table, chairs and plant pots. Attractive large timber doors lead to the entrance hall/parking area. There is no additional garden to the property. On road parking can be found nearby.